SPRINGVALE — The United Way of York County has awarded a one-year grant of $11,000 to the Parent Resource Center in Springvale. This investment will benefit the center’s Practical Parenting Series and Family Access programs.

The Parent Resource Center has offered parent training and support to parents and families in York County since 1987. Through parenting classes, empowering parents programs and resource development, the agency strives to reach its mission to support parents and families with compassion and respect while providing training for the most important job ever — parenting. Thanks to the continued support of many dedicated individuals, businesses and organizations throughout York County, this year the United Way is investing in 65 community programs serving children, youth, adults and families.

“We applaud the generosity of so many who support United Way’s work throughout the year,” said United Way of York County President and CEO Barb Wentworth. “As a result, in 2014 we are able to provide continued and much needed support for essential human services across the region. These important services are a critical component of our collective efforts to build an even stronger York County.”

More information about the Parent Resource Center programs can be found online at www.parentresourcecenter.info. Online there are details about the center’s training opportunities for parents and youth as well as opportunities to support the Parent Resource Center mission.

Established in 1986, United Way of York County works to advance the common good of York County by focusing on the unique characteristics of the community and by supporting programs and initiatives focused on education, income and health. By galvanizing individuals and organizations to act while mobilizing resources, expertise and funding, United Way of York County creates opportunities for residents through lifelong learning, financial stability and healthy foundations for life.